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Vandals Overseas: Pair of Vandals Shine on Global Stage

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MOSCOW, Idaho - This offseason, Idaho's own Ana Pinheiro and Ana Beatriz Passos Alves da Silva have showcased their talent on the international stage, representing Portugal and Brazil, respectively.

Pinheiro, a returning sophomore, competes for Portugal in the FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket, marking her fourth appearance at this elite-level tournament.

Pinheiro has quickly established herself as a standout player in the entirety of Europe, averaging 12.2 points per game. She also ranks second in efficiency at 8.8, and rebounds with an average of four per game.

Pinheiro's standout performances, including notable games where she scored 17 points against Slovenia and France, have positioned her as a contender for MVP of the tournament, further elevating her profile on the international stage.